Shoshone bans soft-sided tents at some campgrounds

The reason is more grizzly bears than usual are being spotted in the area.

The restriction is just a precaution. Forest spokeswoman Kristie Salzmann says there are no recent reports of close encounters between people and grizzlies in the area.

The tent restriction includes the Brooks Lake and Pinnacles campgrounds halfway between Dubois and Moran Junction in Grand Teton National Park. Soft-sided tents also are prohibited along Bonneville Road.

Trailer-type campers are still allowed but forest officials say it’s important for all campers to keep a clean camp. That means don’t leave any food outside.